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“Home of Oslo’s famous Theatercaféen, the opulent Continental is wonderfully old-fashioned in style and ethos; there’s a lot of repeat business thanks to the smooth service and warm welcome accorded to all.”
Featured as Frommer’s Exceptional Choice in Oslo.
“History meets modernity at this landmark—it’s a sophisticated stay with stylish guest rooms and posh common areas. The handsome lobby lounge has Munch lithographs on the walls.”
Featured as Fodor’s Choice in Oslo.
What guests liked
- Top location
- Friendly staff
- Private parking
- Comfortable beds
- Free Wifi
All you need to know
Hotel Continental offers a contemporary-classic atmosphere in one of the most unbeatable locations in Oslo. During your stay, you’ll be close to the waterfront, and even closer to Oslo’s most popular attractions, like the National Theater, Karl Johans gate, and the Royal Palace. It’s also just a three-minute walk to the metro station, making it quick and easy to get around the city.
This family-owned hotel has been around since 1900, encompassing 151 rooms in the center of Oslo. While the hotel feels classic and old-timey, the rooms have been kept up-to-date to feature modern amenities. Bathrooms feature white tiling and recess lighting, while guest rooms boast fun lighting, white linens, bold colors, and comfortable furniture.
There are various room options, ranging from single or double rooms to large suites outdoor spaces. Every room includes WiFi, flat-screen TVs, designer toiletries, and minibars. Guests can upgrade to enjoy separate living spaces, soaking tubs, and Nespresso machines. Other suites include dining areas, outdoor terraces, and panoramic city or water views.
Hotel Continental has 12 meeting rooms, making this an excellent option for work or corporate retreats. A breakfast buffet is available, in addition to five other onsite hotel restaurants and bars. Enjoy a cup of coffee at the posh Viennese-style cafe, featuring white tablecloths and a lovely and lush outdoor patio, or grab dinner and a drink at the onsite pub. This luxurious hotel creates an upscale environment for special occasions, anniversaries, or simply a top-notch stay in Oslo.
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Location
Recent guest reviews
14 July 2024
Exceptional
Great location in a city center, walking distance to most attractions. Very clean, comfortable rooms, helpful service. That was a great choice
All good
14 July 2024
Exceptional
Excellent
7 July 2024
Fantastic modern room and friendly service.
Rooms were modern and clean/comfortable. Service was exceptional especially at the breakfast area. Very elegant hotel.
4 July 2024
Great service and very comfortable
Rooms
Bathroom
Food at breakfast
29 June 2024
Exceptional
everything.... friendly staff... .excellent food and service
I could have stayed longer
27 June 2024
One of the best hotel in Oslo
Very close to everything , very clean, very quiet ,
breakfast was excellent.
18 June 2024
A wonderful stay at an outstanding hotel
Outstanding room, facilities, and staff
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17 June 2024
A perfect city home away from home!
Perfect central location! We were warmly welcomed and a room was available early.
15 June 2024
Fabulous
Amazing hotel. Close to attractions and shopping street
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12 June 2024
Excellent overall - location was unbeatable.
Service was good. Room was excellent. Buffet breakfast has a wide and good selection
The receipt took a while to arrive in my email - some technical issue.
11 June 2024
Fabulous
The breakfasts were outstanding and the service was excellent. We were in a medium sized king room, 31m2 but it was so well designed it felt larger. Watchout for tourists arriving in Oslo, do not take a tax, the rates are un regulated. We paid $60 for a 10 minute tax from the train station, one of our hotel guests paid over $300 from the airport. Use uber or take the train which is super efficient from the airport to central Oslo.
9 June 2024
Exceptional
Central location. Lovely facilities. Good breakfast.
29 May 2024
Excellent hotel in great location.
Excellent location near to bus, tram and train interchange. Short walk from everything in the town centre.
Like everything in Norway, it's expensive.
23 May 2024
Fantastic
The staff went all the way to ensure a comfortable and cozy stay for their customer
20 May 2024
Beautiful Hotel in Oslo
Convenient location. Lovely staff.
18 May 2024
Very good
The windows went to the construction site, the construction started at 6 a.m.
13 May 2024
Had a great time we will be back.
It was great!
Nothing everything sad fantastic
12 May 2024
Perfect overnight stay.
Lovely hotel, amazing location.
11 May 2024
Very pleasant stay. Highly recommended.
Location, service, breakfast especially the smoothies, room (double room is actually more modern and bright and new. Room with couch and living area is a little dark and dated). The staff was amazing. Will definitely stay there again if visiting Oslo next time.
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29 April 2024
Very good
Nice hotel good breakfast
26 April 2024
Nice and comfortable
Very nice and clean
Small room
14 April 2024
Fabulous
Breakfast was excellent! delicious and lots of options.. Bed was veryyy comfortable. all amenities' quality was perfect..
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10 April 2024
Classic hotel in the centre of Oslo
Great location, close to the airport train and centrally located in the heart of Oslo. Great breakfast buffet with loads of choices.
8 April 2024
an excellent overall stay
excellent typically Scandinavian breakfast, providing for a good selection and easily orderable extras. Location is ideal in Oslo business quarter. Pretty much everything is easily walkable
Strange some things are priced in Euros.
Hotel facilities
Food & Drink
- - Restaurant
- - Bar
- - Breakfast in the room
- - Special diet menus (on request)
- - Wine/champagne (additional charge)
- - Fruits (additional charge)
General
- - Room service
- - Non-smoking rooms
- - Facilities for disabled guests
- - Lift
- - Safety deposit box
- - Car hire
- - Heating
- - Non-smoking throughout
- - Shuttle service (additional charge)
- - Minimarket on site
Business facilities
- - Meeting/banquet facilities (additional charge)
- - Business centre
- - Fax/photocopying (additional charge)
Reception services
- - 24-hour front desk
- - Luggage storage
- - Concierge service
- - Private check-in/check-out
Activities
- - Fitness centre
- - Fitness
Cleaning services
- - Laundry (additional charge)
- - Dry cleaning (additional charge)
- - Ironing service (additional charge)
- - Daily housekeeping
Parking
- - Parking garage
- - Electric vehicle charging station
Outdoors
- - Outdoor furniture
Miscellaneous
- - 24-hour security
- - Key card access
- - Smoke alarms
- - CCTV in common areas
- - CCTV outside property
- - Fire extinguishers
- - Breakfast takeaway containers
- - Delivered food is securely covered
- - Access to health care professionals
- - Face masks for guests available
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